Honda Odyssey vs Kia Carnival Hybrid
The Kia Carnival Hybrid is more fuel-efficient at 32 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Honda Odyssey. At EPA assumptions that is about $950 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Odyssey | Kia Carnival Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 93 | 52 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 6 and 0 | 0 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 6,000 miles | 100 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 32 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 28 | 34 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $2,100 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 93 complaints for the Honda Odyssey and 52 for the Kia Carnival Hybrid. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 2 for the Honda Odyssey, 1 for the Kia Carnival Hybrid.